"Habangbuhay Pansamantala" (stylized in small caps; ; also known as "pink song") is a song by the Filipino singer-songwriter Maki. It was released as a digital single by Tarsier Records on May 24, 2026. It was written by Ralph William Datoon, along with the producers Jacob Clemente, Joven Rivera, Maki, and Tati de Mesa.
Background and release On November 7, 2025, Maki and the American pop duo Joan released "Turning Green" as a digital single from Maki's debut album Kolorcoaster (2026). Maki held the concert Kolorcoaster: The Concert One More Ride on February 21, 2026 at Araneta Coliseum.
On May 24, 2026, Tarsier Records released "Habangbuhay Pansamantala" as a digital single. Maki had previously referred to the song as "pink song".
Composition "Habangbuhay Pansamantala" has been described as pop song and as a soft emotional anthem that portrays love through pink colored lenses. Lyrically, the song is about unrequited feelings.
Music video The music video for "Habangbuhay Pansamantala" features Justin of the Filipino boy band SB19. In the visualizer, Justin bumps into Maki while riding a bicycle and accidentally smudge pink paint onto his uniform, paralleling the music video for "Dilaw" which featured Maloi of the Filipino girl group Bini, where yellow paint served as a recurring symbol.
Credits Credits are adapted by Apple Music and Tidal.
Maki — background vocals, lead vocals, songwriter, arranger, producer Emil Dela Rosa — mixing engineer, assistant mastering engineer Ian Moscare — arranger, bass guitar Jacob Clemente — arranger, synthesizer Jet Francisco — recording engineer Jon Lopez — arranger, drums Keith Geronimo — recording engineer Leon Zervos — mastering engineer Marey Garcia — A&R Administrator Sammy Icaranom — arranger, electric guitar Star Songs, Inc. — music publisher Tati de Mesa — acoustic guitar, arranger, electric guitar
Accolades Award Year Category Result Filipino Music Awards 2026 People's Choice Awards: Song Pop Song of the Year
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